CANON CITY, CO, March 18, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Jacob D. Francis has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Francis is a distinguished financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has dedicated more than 10 years to portfolio and wealth management for individual clients. His expertise in financial management and investments has earned him continued recognition as one of the top 20 percent of financial advisors within his firm. He is committed to helping clients understand the economy in relation to their financial goals, consistently prioritizing what is right for them, which he considers his most notable career achievement.

Before joining Edward Jones, Mr. Francis was a self-employed consultant from 2013 to 2014, where he honed his skills in business strategy and client relations. Prior to that, he served as the business operations manager at Bucharest Christian Academy in Romania from 2011 to 2013, overseeing administrative and budget functions and contributing to the institution's growth.

Mr. Francis' career also includes significant military service. He served in the U.S. Army from 2007 to 2015 and was a logistical army liaison officer while deployed in Kyrgyzstan and a team sergeant with a Civil Affairs Unit in Italy. His military experience provided him with leadership skills and a disciplined approach to problem-solving, which have been instrumental in his civilian career.

In addition to his professional roles, Mr. Francis is actively involved in industry-related organizations. He has been a member of his local Rotary Club since 2015, including serving as past President in 2019-20 further demonstrating his commitment to community service and leadership. His dedication extends beyond his profession, as evidenced by his volunteer work with various civic and non-profit organizations, including serving as a board member for the Canon City Chamber Foundation, Starpoint, Golden Age Center, 4-Mile Metro District and volunteering at his local church. He feels that his genuine desire to help others and consistently do what is right for his clients has been the key to his success.

Mr. Francis' educational background includes a Master of Science in management and finance from Colorado State University Global, obtained in 2017, and a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Colorado State University. Additionally, he holds certifications as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor and is a Certified Kingdom Advisor candidate, further solidifying his expertise.

Outside of his professional life, Mr. Francis cherishes spending time with his wife and son and enjoys hiking, playing vintage baseball and traveling with his family. Looking ahead, he aims to continue building his business by providing quality advice to clients and the community while mentoring the next generation of financial advisors.

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